Try a Google search for managers or look for an investors group in the area that can provide personal recommendations.1.

I was looking into unsecured personal loans but they only cover about 50-100k for 1 year duration.  

that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

However, transferring your current home into an LLC may affect financing, as most traditional lenders require it to remain in your personal name for a home equity loan.

While they’re out partying, you’ll be home learning, analyzing deals, and honing your craft.

You don’t have to pay $20k+ to learn to broker loans. 

Good people gave me work, I learned more skill, more money, worked hard!

I am looking to learn about the industry and set a goal of making my first purchase this year if it makes financial sense. 

Everything I am learning about mentions Local.

I haven't used it personally myself, but have heard good things, and I'm sure you can use it in your area.